Meaning
Expressing regret or sympathy for a situation.
Cultural Background
In formal business, apologizing shows respect for the other person's time. Often used in academic settings to show humility.
Context is Key
Only use this when the situation is serious. It adds gravity to your words.
Meaning
Expressing regret or sympathy for a situation.
Context is Key
Only use this when the situation is serious. It adds gravity to your words.
Test Yourself
Which is the correct way to say 'I am sorry' formally?
मुझे अफ़सोस है / मैं अफ़सोस हूँ
Dative construction is required.
Fill in the blank for a formal apology.
_____ के लिए मुझे अफ़सोस है। (For the delay)
विलंब is the formal word for delay.
🎉 Score: /2
Practice Bank
2 exercisesमुझे अफ़सोस है / मैं अफ़सोस हूँ
Dative construction is required.
_____ के लिए मुझे अफ़सोस है। (For the delay)
विलंब is the formal word for delay.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is very respectful.
Related Phrases
माफ़ कीजिए
synonymExcuse me / Forgive me
क्षमा करें
synonymPardon me
